Clinical Endoscopy Fellow

NHS; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The NHS is seeking a Clinical Endoscopy Fellow for the Gastroenterology department at Queen Alexandra Hospital in Portsmouth. This role offers extensive training opportunities in advanced endoscopy procedures, involvement in research, and a supportive environment conducive to professional development. Ideal for mid-training Specialists looking for further development before transitioning to a Consultant role.

Benefits

Supportive training environment

Research opportunities

Involvement in national multicentre trials

Qualifications

• Essential experience in Core or SHO in General Medicine or Gastroenterology.
• Experience as a medical registrar is desirable.
• Participation in audit, teaching, publications, prizes, and honors.

Responsibilities

• Conduct a minimum of 6 service endoscopy lists.
• Additional lists for advanced endoscopy training tailored to needs.
• Opportunity to assist with clinics and Capsule Endoscopy reporting.

Skills

Communication

Problem-Solving

Logical Thinking

Decision Making

Education

Full GMC registration

Higher professional training in General Medicine

Completed MRCP

Current ALS certificate

JAG accreditation in upper and/or lower GI endoscopy

Job description

Go back Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust

Clinical Endoscopy Fellow

The closing date is 10 July 2025

Reports to: Dr Andrew Fowell, Clinical Lead

We are looking to appoint an Endoscopy Fellow to the Department of Gastroenterology at Queen Alexandra Hospital (QAH), Portsmouth, which is a busy District General Hospital caring for a population of over 600,000.

The Endoscopy Department at QA Hospital has an international reputation as a Centre of Excellence in Endoscopy. Professor Pradeep Bhandari leads a very active endoscopy research programme and supervises a team of four research fellows and two full-time research nurses. We participate in and run several national multicentre trials. The department has an excellent publishing record and supports the endoscopy fellow to contribute to this.

As a National JAG Training Centre, endoscopy training in QAH is renowned. We run JAG courses such as Basic Gastroscopy, Colonoscopy, and Train the Trainers. An annual International Advanced Endoscopy Symposium is held with national and international expert faculty. We also conduct workshops on endoscopic submucosal dissection and advanced therapeutic endoscopy (as part of the BSG ESD working group).

There is a regular educational session for all gastroenterology, hepatology, and endoscopy medical staff, including case presentations, governance topics, talks from invited speakers, and IBD MDT meetings.

Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities:

The post includes 6 service endoscopy lists. Additional lists for advanced endoscopy training are tailored to your needs. There may be opportunities to assist with clinics and Capsule Endoscopy reporting, depending on your interests. The department performs a wide range of advanced endoscopy procedures such as complex diagnostic assessments, RFA, EMR, ESD, FTRD, POEMS, and therapeutic ERCP/EUS, providing excellent research and training opportunities.

Ward work or on-call commitments are not typically required but can be reviewed if desired. The role offers excellent opportunities for research projects within advanced endoscopy and may suit a mid-training Specialist Registrar or someone who has completed training and wishes to undertake further endoscopy training before becoming a Consultant.

About us

Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust provides expert, compassionate care for our local population. We are ranked third in the country for research and embed education and training across the organization. Our main hospital is Queen Alexandra Hospital, one of the largest on the south coast, employing over 8,700 staff.

We value diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you share our values and enthusiasm for patient care, you will find a welcoming environment here.

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities: The post includes a minimum of 6 service endoscopy lists. Additional lists for advanced endoscopy training are tailored to your needs. There may be opportunities to assist with clinics and Capsule Endoscopy reporting, depending on your interests. The department performs a broad range of advanced endoscopy procedures, offering excellent research and training opportunities. Ward work or on-call duties are not expected but can be discussed. The role is suitable for a mid-training or recently completed Specialist Registrar interested in further endoscopy training before a consultant role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Full GMC registration with a license to practice
• Higher professional training in General Medicine
• Completed MRCP
• Current ALS certificate or equivalent
• JAG accreditation in upper and/or lower GI endoscopy

Experience

• Core or SHO experience in General Medicine or Gastroenterology is essential
• Experience as a medical registrar is desirable

Additional criteria

• Participation in audit, teaching, publications, prizes, and honors
• Good communication skills, logical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
• Experience in and outside the specialty

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A Disclosure check will be required to identify any previous convictions.

Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust

Southwick Hill Rd, Cosham, Portsmouth PO6 3LY, UK